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Very large spots! Great location between LaPine and Bend. Level spots. Great hiking all around.
Glamping near Deschutes National Forest, OR
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Belknap Hot Springs Lodge and Gardens houses some of the most sought-after glamping accommodations near Deschutes National Forest. Located along the McKenzie River, this unique resort offers walk-in glamping sites surrounded by forest landscape, complemented by natural hot springs pumped into two commercial pools for guest relaxation. The more secluded glamping sites require a short hike with wheelbarrows provided for gear transport. Tumalo State Park Campground also features glamping accommodations including yurts with comfortable bedding, situated along hiking trails and water access points. Both locations provide electricity, drinking water, and fire pits for evening enjoyment. One reviewer highlighted, "The tent sites that require packing in your things are amazing! I want to tent camp there! So wooded and many have direct river access."
The "secret garden" at Belknap Hot Springs creates a distinctive glamping experience with beautifully maintained grounds, fountains, and scenic pathways crossing the McKenzie River via footbridge. Safari tent guests appreciate the immersive forest setting while maintaining access to amenities like hot springs soaking pools, which require reservations during peak periods. Nearby attractions include world-class mountain biking on the McKenzie River Trail, waterfalls, Blue Pool, and opportunities for fishing and white water rafting. Thousand Trails Bend-Sunriver also offers glamping yurts with market access and picnic tables for outdoor dining. A visitor noted, "The lodge is beautiful and rustic. The grounds are gorgeous. Please go find the secret garden. From the lodge, you can do a float down the river—definitely the highlight of the trip for us."
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Deschutes National Forest (42)
1. Belknap Hot Springs Lodge and Gardens
"We started on site 2 but it has zero shade so they were able to give us site 8. Right on the river with the beautiful sights and sounds of that majestic McKenzie."
"There are a few drive ups, but otherwise, you have to hike your stuff in but the closest campsites aren't far. Beautiful trees, lawns and even a secret garden which is spectacular."
Check Availabilityfrom $38 - $550 / night
2. Mckenzie Bridge
"We stayed two nights tucked right up against the Mckenzie river. It was beautiful and peaceful."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 - $50 / night
3. Olallie Campground
"There’s a bit of road noise but mainly quiet in the evenings. Sites can fit up to 2 medium tents and 2 cars, and have a picnic bench and fire pit."
"That said my site did have a cute little area next to river perfect for setting up some chairs and having a beverage just watching the river."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 / night
4. Scott Lake Campground
"This campsite is the perfect place if you enjoy secluded tent camping in a primitive style but still want the comforts of a fire pit, picnic table and a toilet. The scenery is hard to match."
"GPS for us didn't give us the right lake but we drove on until there was a sign for the campground. There's no chance of you missing it. The drive is also very beautiful. "
Check Availabilityfrom $5 / night
5. Tumalo State Park Campground
"Only a 10 minute drive from Bend, Tumalo offers a sophisticated camping experience."
"Unfortunately the neighbors weren’t great about following the quiet hours. The bathrooms and showers were really nice. We had a great time playing in the Deschutes river!"
39 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $32 - $128 / night
6. Devils Lake Campground - Deschutes National Forest
"There are two Devil’s lake campground. This one in particular is along the subalpine Devil’s Lake of central Oregon (NOT the beach) - sorry, no yurts, cabins, or marketplaces here."
"There are a decent amount of people who come this way, even on the SS trail... except when you start at 3AM there is no one."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $62 / night
7. LaPine State Park Campground
"Unfortunately it was during the horrible fires of the west coast and Oregon was not spared. The smoke was thick although not as bad as previous camping locations the day before. "
"A very short walk through the woods will bring you to the banks of the Deschutes for fishing, floating, kayaking, etc. We found a small sandy beach that was PERFECT for a happy hour!"
1 Site AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $29 - $151 / night
8. Creekside Sisters City Park
"Bathrooms are well lit and maintained, although they are quite noisy, 24/7. There is a new dish washing area just outside the bathrooms that has two deep sinks and a nice counter."
"One exit off the main "downtown" of sisters. This is a great spot if you want to access the adorable town of Sisters."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $55 / night
9. Casey's Riverside RV resort
"The website is a tiny bit misleading regarding campfires. There are no fire pits at each site however, we still REALLY enjoyed our stay."
"Have nice fire pit area for goups and can have gas firepits at your camp spot. Friendly help staff"
Check Availabilityfrom $48 - $54 / night
10. Thousand Trails Bend-Sunriver
"The had a tree service on site taking out the dead trees and obtrusive branches while we were there. Very well kept."
"I’m a long time Thousand Trails member and can recall when TT campgrounds were much better maintained."
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 3 min from Eugene, OR
- 2 hrs 30 min from Albany, OR
- 2 hrs 35 min from Bend, OR
- 2 hrs 38 min from Corvallis, OR
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Glamping Reviews near Deschutes National Forest
446 Reviews of 42 Deschutes National Forest Campgrounds
- RRobin S.
ScoutTumalo State Park Campground
Worth a night. Truck Camper
Pulled into spot 44 for one night in October. Same day reservations allowed. Very handy and the sites were largely vacant this time of year. Tent sites are acceptable for RVs and trucks campers if you don't need hookups . Check the length of the driveway online and if it's long enough you're good. It's well kept and close enough to the highway for an overnight. I didn't visit the park, including the bathroom facilities, just needed a play for the night, and this was fine
Carrie G.GuideWaterloo County Park
My dog and I were attacked here. Park Host admitted she should have kicked them out
It would be 5 stars if it was not for my experience. That should never have happened. Park Host admitted she should have evicted vicious dog owners. $2k vet bill, I have a broken pinky that is still open and they wanted to do surgery on. No supervisor has called me. Barely an apology. So if you want to take those kinds of risks. Also they DO NOT honor online reservations. They allow people to stay who are not paid up and take sites that have been reserved online. Management needs to step in! This could be a 5 star park if managed at all. What happened to my dog and I could have been a child, killed. But they don't seem to care?
- Carrie G.Guide
Foster Lake RV Resort
Please explain how a resort is located adjacent to a noisy mill?
I lived in Sweet Home for 30 years. It's fun visiting in my RV, but this place is quite silly. Very noisy log trucks coming and going. Let's call a spade a spade and stop being silly.
Four pages of rules. They are terrified of being sued. So don't use the pool cuz you certainly can't have fun. Not allowed to leave your dogs in your RV is a big surprise rule. You should have ALL of your rules posted on your website. Not hard to find and a very small list.
I've been to lots of RV parks now. You are just like them. I would think a resort would be quiet, peaceful, room to spread out, and have a nice time. This is crammed, like everywhere. Very noisy. Uncomfortable to even try to explore the "resort" as there are many rules and signs posted everywhere. Reminding you what not to do. And cowgirl or cowboy? I'm just shaking my head over this stuff.
A real world look at what someone experiences here might benefit your customers but I'm sure you are raking the money in. So no worries. I cannot imagine how tourists feel when they come here. It is nothing like your website. I already knew but I thought people DESERVE HONESTY. NOT LIES. Not a resort. A park next to a very noisy mill across the street from a lake. No fires. No tables. No dog area except one which is camera monitored. Very uncomfortable place to be.
gabrielle P.GuideBaker Bay Campgrounds & Marina - a Lane County Park
Quaint campground
Sweet campground! Pit toilets were closed but portos seemed to be cleaned weekly, and appeared clean. Notably, Roy is a wonderful camp host!! Had a lovely stop here. Great view of the lake. Lake view spots seem to be closed when the lake is low but still wonderful views from across the way.
- DDenise W.
TravelerLaPine State Park Campground
No privacy
Sites were very close to one another. Stayed in a site that backed up to the river. No view of the river but a very short walk to the banks. Showers were decent. Seemed to be well ran. Full hook ups is always a bonus. About a 20-24 min drive to Bend. Had to drive our trash to a disposal place outside the campground. Dumpsters at campground were locked during certain hours.
Ray D.
RangerThousand Trails Bend-Sunriver
Thousand Trails Sunriver
1970s RV Park with needed repairs to building and sewage system
- AAnn E.Guide
LaPine State Park Campground
Very clean, quiet, and picturesque
This is a very well-kept campground. The whole park is kept clean, litter free, and the restrooms with showers are clean. The setting next to the river with the trails are a great hike and the dogs enjoyed the walks as well. There was no traffic noise at our site, 123, which was next to the river. There is no river access here, the park sits above the river but the view is awesome. Did see some mysterious lights above the trees that I never did figure out what they were, so that was kind of neat. Possibly a drone, no sounds from the lights. There is camp wood available from the host, showers, recycle bins and rv dump available. Phone service through Consumer Cellular was available.
- jjeffScout
Baker Bay Campgrounds & Marina - a Lane County Park
Nice scenery
nice scenery, beautiful lake just wished they took a little better care of the campground. Showers don’t work, pit toilet smelled to hi heaven, and some of the porta-potties are full and have flies.
Guide to Deschutes National Forest
Cabin accommodations offer a comfortable middle ground between tent camping and resort lodging near Deschutes National Forest. Elevations across the area range from 4,000 to 5,000 feet, creating cooler nights even during summer months. Travelers seeking yurt camping within the Deschutes National Forest region can choose from state parks and private campgrounds with varying levels of amenities.
What to do
Mountain biking on scenic trails: Olallie Campground provides access to some of the most popular mountain biking routes in the area. "There's so much to see and do in this area that you'll need to come back numerous times. The campground was super clean with a really nice host," notes one visitor at Olallie Campground.
Fishing in clear waters: The McKenzie River offers prime fishing opportunities directly from several campgrounds. "Great hot springs. Sites are very close together. Close to fly fishing on the McKenzie," reports a camper at Belknap Hot Springs Lodge and Gardens.
Hiking to mountain viewpoints: Devils Lake Campground serves as an access point for summit trails. A visitor noted, "This is the access point for local trails like the PCT and South Sister summit trail. Just a day at the lake is great though! I've spent a lot of time scrambling around this area and camping at Devil's lake."
What campers like
Natural hot springs access: Soaking pools filled from natural sources provide relaxation after outdoor activities. "The hot spring fed pools are so amazing. The hidden garden is something out of a movie. Spots are good size and everything is so well taken care of," says a guest at Belknap Hot Springs.
Riverfront camping sites: Mckenzie Bridge offers camping near rushing water. "Some sites are very small and close together, others are large and more wooded. Some are right on the water also. Vault toilet and boat ramp," mentions a reviewer.
Yurt accommodations: LaPine State Park provides yurt options for comfortable stays. "We stayed in one of the cabins, it was clean and made a nice getaway for a couple days. If you like to take nice long walks there are hiking paths as well as the paved roads in the campground," explains a camper.
What you should know
Weather variability: High elevation means nights get cold even in summer. "It got pretty chilly at night. I never found a camp host. Be sure to bring firewood as there was none for sale in the campground," notes a visitor to Olallie Campground.
Water quality concerns: Some campgrounds have limited water facilities. "The 'potable' water was very iffy. When I stayed there the water was a gross yellow and the test results hadn't come back for it. Definitely bring plenty of drinking water along."
Site privacy varies: Many campgrounds have mixed site layouts. "Sites by the River should be the premier spots. Zero space or privacy between them. Lodge and grounds were clean. Funky little resort, not really sure what it wants to be."
Tips for camping with families
Pool access for kids: Thousand Trails Bend-Sunriver offers swimming facilities during summer months. "Kids loved Sunriver-Bend Thousand Trails because there is bunnies, bullfrogs, mini-golf, a great little river to float on or swim in, ladderball, bingo, movies outside, and some pretty great pools!"
Book riverside sites early: Popular waterfront spots fill quickly, especially during peak season. "Book early for this one. It is right on a running river, with the greenest tree canopy. Every site is spacious, clean, and has a view."
Hike-in camping spots: For more adventurous families, seek walk-in sites. "Beautiful trees, lawns and even a secret garden which is spectacular. The campsite was big and it was a smaller one."
Tips from RVers
Dump station locations: Plan waste management before arrival. "The dump stations are very tight for space and located in odd areas such that I would have had to meander through the dust and squeeze into the space. Water supply was in the center between the two stations so not ideal."
Hookup positioning: Check utility placement when selecting sites. "We were able to maneuver our 5th wheel to position it around a large shade tree so we could get our slide and awning out plus have the utilities more centered on our rig," shares a visitor to Casey's Riverside RV resort.
Paved site availability: Many parks offer level, paved parking for easier setup. "Every site is big-rig friendly and almost perfectly level. Minimum work getting setup. The river is just feet away."
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